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VERLAINE, PAUL

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VERLAINE, PAUL
(1844 -1896) French poet, a foremost symbolist noted for his original, musical poetry, prominent in the bohemian literary life in Paris. Scarce A.L.S. "P. Verlaine", 1p. 8vo., [Paris, 1888?], in French to fellow poet (and Verlaine's inspiration), Catulle Mendes. In part: "…I recommend to you Ladislas Loevy, a young man with much talent who wishes to undertake my portrait for 'La Vie Populaire'…". Light toning, very good.